In the heart of the Walt Disney World® Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is your gateway to Central... more »
In the heart of the Walt Disney World® Resort, the award-winning Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is your gateway to Central Florida?s greatest theme parks and attractions. The resort is located in between Epcot® and Disney?s Hollywood StudiosTM, and nearby Disney?s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and Magic Kingdom® Park. Come discover our 17 world-class restaurants and lounges, sophisticated guest rooms with Westin Heavenly Beds® and the luxurious Mandara Spa. Enjoy five pools, two health clubs, tennis, nearby golf, and many special Disney benefits, including complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Attractions, and the Extra Magic Hours benefit.
Official Hotel Information
Located next to the Dolphin, the Swan is the slightly smaller of the two hotels, situated on the same 87 acres of lake front property, this is also a good choice of hotel. There is transport available to the Theme Parks, Water Parks and Downtown Disney from this resort by Water Launch and Bus. You can also use the walkway to enter Epcot and Disney-MGM Studios, so it really is in a great location to see everything. Offering the same choices as the Dolphin, the bedrooms are built for comfort, with special mattresses and pillows and are well designed. Camp Dolphin is the place kids can go for night-time fun, it offers arcade fun, arts and crafts, movies and dinner menus just for kids aged 4 to 12. There are four pools, including a 3-acre grotto, waterfalls, water slides, water volleyball and a beach. There is also a fitness center and tennis court. There are 16 restaurants and lounges to choose from, serving a massive selection of food and drinks, in both formal and fun settings. The main idea of the resort is about having fun and the staff certainly help make this true, they are helpful friendly and good fun. For both hotels you can upgrade to Club Level, where you are served drinks and snakcs throughout the day.
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Ideal Disney Location. Surrounded by all the wonders of the Walt Disney World® Resort, the Walt Disney World Swan offers a truly magical experience. Visit the Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, and other amazing theme parks and attractions with the greatest of ease. Fun for All Ages. Make a splash in one of our five outdoor pools including a grotto pool with waterfall, water slide and white-sand beach. Both kids and kids at heart will marvel at the endless opportunities for fun?sports, games, golf, dining, spa, and more. Unwind in Style. Featuring the unique, contemporary designs of world-famous architect Michael Graves and Westin?s signature Heavenly Bed®, our 756 rooms and suites offer a tranquil retreat at the end of an adventure-packed day.
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This large hotel contains a conference
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Posted Aug 07, 2008
by jenheidir
Excellent
pros: room, restaurants, walking distance to EPCOT, poolThis large hotel contains a conference center, arcade, beauty parlor and even an ice cream shop. The guest rooms are decorated in cheerful, beach pastel colors, and both parents and kids will...
This resort is in an excellent location
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Posted Jun 10, 2008
Good
This resort is in an excellent location within Walt Disney World. I especially liked the convenience to the ferry service that takes you to Epcot, MGM studios, the Boardwalk area and Marketplace. The room was nicely appointed and had a nice view...
pros: locationMy wife an I honeymooned there and were very pleased by the accomodations and the friendly staff. Out of all of the hotels in Disney World Property I feel it's location is great for park hopping. A short walk to EPCOT and you can board ...
pros: Location, Price, ServiceThe Dolphin had fantastic service from the staff, extremely friendly and more than willing to help guests. Great location in WDW, best price for a luxury hotel at WDW as well. Dolphin Club for kids was great, my son...
pros: ServiceI was VERY disappointed with the Swan. For the price, quality was very poor. While the staff was friendly and helpful, the accomodations were seriously lacking. We went through 5 different rooms before finding one acceptable to stay...
pros: ok, not the best, averagethe swan hotel wasnt that great the hotel rooms we stayed at were okay the game room they have wasnt all that great either and hardly anybody went to the pool the gift shop was ok as...